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UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3500.
Probably has an F-head.
“Classic Jeep Willys in running condition but does need some engine work. Contact for more details.”
This Desert News Magazine August 14, 1949, article titled “Knights of the Jeep” highlights the Bountiful Jeep Posse. Unfortunately, I could only find a scanned version with readable text in black and white. The scanned photos are poor. I did manage to locate a couple small colored photos of the article, so I’ve cobbled all the information together.
Here’s the link to the original article in Google News
I thought this a good followup to the above post. A caption from a photo on eBay (a photo with content that wasn’t all that useful) had some interesting historical information. It highlights the fact the Utah (probably the Bountiful Jeep Posse) formed the country’s first Jeep Posse in March of 1946. One of the next earliest was in Lake County, California, started in 1948.
In 1960, spearheaded by the Bountiful Jeep Posse, the National Jeep Search and Rescue Association (NJSRA) was formed.
Two Utah senators (Orrin Hatch and Jake Garn) cosponsored a resolution to make June 11-June 17, 1979, “National Jeep Search and Rescue Association Week”.
As some point, the NJSRA dropped the “J”, becoming the National Search and Rescue Association, which still meets annually. The organization is based in St. Charles, Idaho.
Here’s the text in its entirety a nod to the 1964 gathering of the Association in Lakeview:
Lakeview (Special) — The Lake County Search and Rescue Unit will play host to the 1964 National Jeep Search and Rescue Association convention to be held at Lakeview on June 12, 13, and 14.
The Unit is one of the first “Jeep posses” organized in the United States.
While Utah claims the honor of the first in that field, Lake County was not far behind. Paul Ortwein started the local posse in 1948. He was the first president and served for 10 years.
The Organization now finds itself well recognized in both search and rescue work and in serving the community in other ways, such as Civil Defense, assistance with parades, and other public events.
As a side note, the 1963 Association gathering was in Arizona.
What happened to the N
Odometer reads 4090 miles. This deserves more pics.
“1960 Willys Jeep. All original top to bottom. 4,000 miles garage kept for 15 years. Runs .
2 owners, first used it to mow lawn. Added seat belts . Original paint with zero rust.”
https://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/6144319215.html
This appears to come with a Warn OD, which the seller seems to mistake for a PTO. I can’t identify the hubs, but they might be a set of Cutlass Bulldogs. The rear of the hardtop looks similar to a Porter & Reed top, but the rest doesn’t quite fit it.
“1953 Willys 1/4 ton Jeep C3Jb with V8 265 engine. Needs windshield. Engine will run. has transmission with PTO. Does not have pto shaft. Rare Jeep. Does not have title.”
https://fredericksburg.craigslist.org/cto/6156627858.html
Lots of custom work here.
“1951 Willys, custom rebuild, Chevrolet 350 V8 with automatic transmission and Hurst shifter, touchscreen stereo with 2 Amps, custom interior, brand-new wheels and tires.”
https://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/6151229654.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3950.
It has a unique color scheme. Looks solid.
“1954 Willys Jeep M38A1. May have been a Civil Defense Jeep. Converted to 12 volt. All wheel cylinders and master cylinder replaced. Hydraulic parking brake added. New upholstery and seat padding. Original 4 cylinder engine runs good. New steering shaft installed. 4 Wheel drive works good. A fun vehicle for around town or out on the trail.”
UPDATE: Still Available.
Looks in great shape.
“This Awesome Classic Jeep is
Brought to you by
Texas Classic Cars of Dallas
Come see us at 1912 west Mockingbird”
https://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/cto/6148908777.html
The 2A looks like a good candidate for a rebuild. The 3A is a parts jeep.
“I have a 1947 Willys Jeep. It is painted yellow although my plan was to repaint in Army green. Body in very good condition as is frame – no rust. Does not run, but ready to be rebuilt. I have about $1,200 of boxed parts including a new wiring harness and new radiator. Additionally I have an extra set of tires and rims and a second jeep, 1953, of the same model to use for parts.”
https://florencesc.craigslist.org/cto/6157975723.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $15,000.
“Selling my dads jeep, had a frame on restore years ago. it is in good shape runs and drives good. Could use someone to tinker with it to make it perfect. Needs battery, still 6v may get one soon. This jeep is all there no bs. It’s the real deal all original. This is over 70 years old and would make a great addition to any collection. 15,000.00 obo no trades.”
Looks like a clean build, but I need more pics to be convinced it’s the “best looking truck on the planet”.
“The best looking truck on the Planet~~~. I have had this comment several times for various people. I’m not sure about it but if not, its damn close! Multi-year project to bring this awesome machine to the fantastic condition and performance level that it is today. This muscle truck has a high end Chevy 350 with a 700 R automatic transmission as well as Power steering, power brakes, custom oak interior, mounted on a 4 link, etc, etc, etc…. It drives so smooth at highway speeds you think you’re driving a new truck,….and essentially you are! Everything done right!
https://dayton.craigslist.org/cto/6161754116.html
UPDATE: Still Available.
(02/01/2017) Lots of updates.
“1947 CJ2A body on a 1974 CJ5 frame. 327 cubic inch Chevy engine, 3 speed manual, four wheel drive, rear lockers. This was basically a frame off restoration. The engine was rebuilt and everything is either new or refurbished. Front disk brakes, new gauges. The odometer was set to zero when the engine was finished. The frame and body were sand blasted and painted. No rust or body damage. Custom seats, power steering, new Bestop soft top. Windshield wipers and a heater have been added for Colorado weather. Reverse shackle leaf springs for improved handling, tilt steering. It runs and drives great. Good Offroad setup. I inherited this jeep so I don’t have some of the specifics on certain parts. The price is fair and firm. It needs to be seen to be appreciated.”
https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/6162073423.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $4000.
Seller is moving to Alabama from NY. The jeep is currently in NY.
“1959 cabover with factory pto dump bed frame. Runs, drives, stops. Good tires. Restore a very collectable Jeep and have the coolest truck in Alabama.
It’s currently at my shop in upstate N.Y. moving to Deatsville this week.
Just trying to see if there’s interest there. If so, I’ll bring it this trip.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $1500.
Appears to have Allstate hubs. Comes with extra parts.
“This is a 1958 willys fc150 jeep . It needs a complete restoration or has a lot of useable parts. It includes a set of fc170 axles,two fiberglass rear fender ,the stock front flares ,and a set of “patch panels” salvaged from another willys to repair the rear cab corners Also includes a vintage myer plow with with counterweight. I do have the fc170 frame if you wish to convert it.I am taking offers needs to be sold.”
It has a non-running 283, but looks like a good start to a restoration. Body appears straight and seems to have only some light surface rust.
“Selling my 1963 willys wagen. Clean title on hand. It has a 283 chevy and original transmission, 4×4. The willys has all windows and all chrome, interior is complete no tears, very superficial rust NO RUST wholes. Very rare vihicle and hard to find in the condition that mine is in. The wagon is Not running, title on hand, no ebay, pay pall, or shipping. I do not need help selling it. Price is 3800 o.b.o cash offers on hand.”
https://elpaso.craigslist.org/cto/6129962267.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $250.
Could be a good price.
“Selling a rear PTO gear box and drive shaft off of a 1959 cj3b. Gear box comes with a cluster of v groove pulleys but they can be removed from the splined pto shaft. Gear box spins free but would benefit from a rebuild. I have the shifter assembly but it is frozen up. $250 or possibly trade for other Willy’s parts.”
Craig shared this parts/project CJ-5.
“I got a 1959 jeep Willy for sale, has a 4 cut engine but it is seized. Would be a great project for somone, body is all there rust isn’t to bad but does have some. No hole in the frame. Don’t have title but can do a bill of sale. 500 bucks or trade for a quad or dirt bike”
https://philadelphia.craigslist.org/cto/6126432722.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $5000
(06/016/2016) Missing the steps and the drain holes have been filled.
“1947 Willy’s Jeep. Engine, Transmission, transfer case, and radiator have been rebuilt. It runs but needs to be re-tuned. It was tuned with the choke on. Other than a larger size brake and different seats it is all original. Great for off-roading!”
UPDATE: Price dropped to $7000.
(05/07/2017) Purpose built bumper or just big?
1960 Willys Jeep CJ5 in excellent condition for sale. 70k original miles! It has the original “Iron Duke” 4 cylinder engine with great compression and tight 3 speed manual transmission. Garaged. No rust. Great paint. New starter, muffler, battery, fuel pump, in line fuel filter and ignition switch. All gauges work. Oil kept sparkling clean. Great all terrain tires and new shocks. Almost new brakes. Jump seat. Rock jack. Lockable trunk. Tow hitch and ball. Spare tire. Gun rack. New soft top. Heavy duty extended front bumper with tow bar and electric winch. Many more extras and you don’t have to smog it! Asking $7600 but will consider a reasonable offer or possible trade for an older 4×4 Ford diesel or Ford 4×4 gas truck of equal value and condition. This Jeep is an investment and so much fun to drive! Because this Jeep is old school and so unique, you will get many compliments when you drive it! Great vehicle for hunting too! ”
https://susanville.craigslist.org/cto/6159035124.html
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $2000.
(04/10/2017) Has some rust.
“Good original 51 cj3a. Engine will turn over, jeep is complete. Rear floor does have some rust, currently only bill of sale asking $2000 or trade.”
UPDATE: **SOLD** Was $3800.
(05/03/2017) I’m most interested in the type of hubs. I can’t tell what they are. This has no engine.
“1951 Willys jeep pickup.
– Classic 4×4
– Clean and rust free
– Restoration started
– New upholstery
– Excellent body
– In primer
– I have optional motor and tranny available.
Asking $3800 OBO
Elderly owner must sell.
Will deliver. ”
UPDATE: Still Available.
(03/31/2017) This jeep appears to be photo shy.
“For sale is my willies bought for plow vehicle but got a pickup instead to haul firewood. Starts runs stops and drives has 12 volt alternator kit needs to be hooked up and finished the top in the pix is off right now but I have it, tub is pretty cooked brakes work also has plow. I put a 12 colt starter in it as well 2000 b/o”
https://albany.craigslist.org/cto/6128130960.html
Last weekend the Willys Overland Jeepster Club held their annual Spring meet for the 51st time. Sixty members and a dozen Jeepsters attended the event at Dundee, Michigan. A Fall Meet will occur later this year.
You can read much more in the Monroe News:
http://www.monroenews.com/news/20170603/its-jeepster-reunion
PHOTO CREDIT: Monroe News by Tom Hawley. Kevin Stepinski is waving out the door of his 1949 Jeepster.
This photo features 2 Bantam BRC-40s. I’m wondering if the date of publishing was later than the photography date, given the Bantams.
“You are bidding on an original press photo of WWII Soldiers Drive Jeep Autos Through Water. Newspaper markings on photo. Photo measures 6.5 x 8.5 inches and is dated 8/22/1944.”
View all the information on eBay
Rear floating hubs, indents, column shift, squares on the windshield. Looks great for the price.
“1946 Willys Jeep, flathead 4 cyclinder engine, very rare 3 speed column shift, new upholstery, new leaf springs, new gas tank, needs brakes and battery, $2800 as is.”
https://santabarbara.craigslist.org/cto/6160671823.html
